Strategic Influence

Europe Turns to Australia as Global Power Shifts

Australia is weighing closer ties with Europe as global uncertainty grows—balancing regional priorities with the need for broader, like-minded partnerships. Strategic ties may diversify defence supply chains. Analysts are divided on long-term national interests.

Air & Space Power

US could bolster war dominance with air-launched attack drone for war superiority

The idea of air-launching Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) drones from other airplanes is being considered by the US military in an effort to reduce the dependence on runways, and bolster its position during combat.

The Psychology of Sustainable Fitness

For many people, fitness starts with motivation and ends in frustration. And, because motivation fluctuates, high-intensity efforts often backfire. So, instead of intensity, chase continuity because small, consistent actions are more likely to become habits.

Strategic Influence

Making the Economic Case for AUKUS Now

Public support (including young people) depends on seeing real benefits early—better communication, workforce investment and local opportunities must take priority to make long-term partnerships feel valuable today. Dual-use tech could highlight broader social value.

Communication & Cognition

Resilience: The Unspoken Truth About Hardship

We can't always control what happens to us, but the way we respond to these issues does determine our path forward. Personal growth often emerges from navigating life's most difficult challenges.

Strategic Influence

Indian Navy Sent to North Arabian Sea to Deter Pakistan, Say Officials

The Indian Navy deployed after the Kashmir tourist attack showcasing its long-range strike capability including BrahMos missiles launched from sea and air. The escalation involved joint military coordination. China’s presence also shapes regional security.

ADF to invest in building cyber warfare workforce

The new Cyber Warfare Common Remuneration Framework will better address retention and the development of deep technical skills required in the cyber domain, with the key aim of building a fit-for-purpose cyber warfare workforce.

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Air & Space Power

US could bolster war dominance with air-launched attack drone for war superiority

The idea of air-launching Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) drones from other airplanes is being considered by the US military in an effort to reduce the dependence on runways, and bolster its position during combat.

Strategic Influence

Europe Turns to Australia as Global Power Shifts

Australia is weighing closer ties with Europe as global uncertainty grows—balancing regional priorities with the need for broader, like-minded partnerships. Strategic ties may diversify defence supply chains. Analysts are divided on long-term national interests.

Strategic Influence

Making the Economic Case for AUKUS Now

Public support (including young people) depends on seeing real benefits early—better communication, workforce investment and local opportunities must take priority to make long-term partnerships feel valuable today. Dual-use tech could highlight broader social value.

The Psychology of Sustainable Fitness

For many people, fitness starts with motivation and ends in frustration. And, because motivation fluctuates, high-intensity efforts often backfire. So, instead of intensity, chase continuity because small, consistent actions are more likely to become habits.

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